Sanaipei Tande has given reasons why she exited popular Telenovela, Kina amid rumors and speculations.
Fans of the exciting Maisha Magic series were disappointed after news that Sanaipei Tande would no-longer act as Kina in the telenovela.
Via their official website DSTV made the heartbreaking announcement that Sana would be replaced by seasoned actress, Mbeki Mwalimu.
Mbeki will surely fit in the role as she has been featured in several top notch productions for years.
“Sanaipei Tande, best known for her role as Nana on Maisha Magic Plus’s top telenovela- Kina will be replaced by Mbeki Mwalimu effective 17 February 2023,” Maisha Magic said in a statement.
“On behalf of the Maisha Magic Plus Team, we would like to thank Sanaipei for her sterling performance on the Nana Character,” said Margaret Mathore, Maisha Magic Plus Channel Head. “We equally wish her all the best for her future endeavors” she added further.
Mbeki is well-known in Kenyan television and entertainment circles. She played Zoe, in Maisha Magic East’s hit telenovela, Selina, and also served as one of the show’s directors.
At the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, she hosted ‘Good Morning Kenya,’ a live breakfast TV show, and ‘The Ultimate Choir,’ a reality show.
Sana via her Instagram page, has put things in order, as to why she took a break from Kina.
“Goodmorning my lovelies 💓! Wow! Where to begin….Well, many of you are aware that I am no longer playing the role of Nana Tandala in the ongoing series KINA.”
“There has been a lot of speculation as to why this is, with an array of reasons being thrown around.”
“For clarification and accuracy, I chose to leave due to exhaustion and consequently much needed rest. Because of the nature of the show, it was necessary to find a replacement to allow for your continued entertainment.” Sana explains.
Sana has also thanked and appreciated hers fans and the team at Maisha Magic.
“I thank each and every one of you who has shown great love, support and concern through numerous messages, comments and compliments. I assure you I have read ALL of them!”
“I thoroughly enjoyed my time as “The Great Nana Mandi Tandala” and all facets of this phenomenal character.”
“I will surely miss it. I thank @kinaseries_maishamagicplus cast & crew (my family 👪) @zamaradiproductions @maishamagicplus_tv @dstv_kenya for the 4 seasons of great work,” she said.
“I wish my successor @mbekimwalimu all the best as she tackles the ups and downs of the wife, mother, boss, brute and of of course Auntiiieeee 🤣 that is NANA MANDI TANDALA. I look forward to being back on your screens soon ❤️!” she concluded.
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